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Duration 14h 52m
Distance 821.5 km
Average price $110
Frequency Daily

Trip overview

The average train between Budapest and Bucharest takes 14h 52m and the fastest train takes 14h 51m. There is at least one train per day from Budapest to Bucharest. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

Train

  1. Koebanya-Kispest
  2. Bucharest
15h 46m
$181 - $261

Budapest to Bucharest train times

Trains run once daily between Budapest and Bucharest. The service departs Budapest at 21:46 at night, which arrives into Bucharest at 13:38. All services require a transfer at Kőbánya-Kispest and take an average of 14h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Train services typically run at the following times each day These schedules are estimated
These schedules are estimated: The schedules shown above are estimated schedules based on typical services on the average day and may vary depending on when you plan to travel. Please make sure you confirm the departure/arrival times and availability with the operator before planning your trip.

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Budapest to Bucharest? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport?, What is the quickest option?, How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Budapest-Nyugati and arriving at Bucuresti Nord. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 17h 41m.

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The distance between Budapest and Bucharest is 652 km. The road distance is 821.5 km.

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Budapest to Bucharest train services, operated by ÖBB, depart from Koebanya-Kispest station.

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Budapest to Bucharest train services, operated by ÖBB, arrive at Bucuresti Nord station.

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What companies run services between Budapest and Bucharest?

ÖBB operates a train from Koebanya-Kispest to Bucuresti Nord once daily. Tickets cost $180 - $260 and the journey takes 14h 29m.
Train operators
ÖBB
Ave. Duration
14h 29m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
$180 - $260

Austria's national railway system is not only punctual, reliable and efficient, but offers free wifi to boot. Choose from high-speed intercity Railjet trains, overnight Nightjet trains and regional services such as Cityjet. ÖBB also operates international routes that connect cities in Austria with adjacent European countries including Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Slovenia. If you're planning to be in Austria for a while, consider the ÖBB Vorteilscard, an annual railcard that offers discounts on routes within Austria and in neighbouring countries.

Contact Details
Phone
05 17 17
Website
oebb.at
Train from Koebanya-Kispest to Bucuresti Nord
Ave. Duration
14h 29m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
$180 - $260
Website
https://www.oebb.at/en/
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
Ave. Duration
17h 41m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
$40 - $50
Phone
+36 (1) 3 49 49 49
Email
info@mavcsoport.hu
Website
jegy.mav.hu
Night train from Budapest-Nyugati to Bucuresti Nord
Ave. Duration
17h 41m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
$40 - $50
Website
https://jegy.mav.hu/
Night train from Koebanya-Kispest to Bucuresti Nord
Ave. Duration
18h 32m
Frequency
4 times a week
Estimated price
$40 - $50
Website
https://jegy.mav.hu/

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